2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econoline | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Econoline | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |